Alabama Takes the Lead in Eliminating Cervical Cancer

Yes, Alabama! This article from the Wall Street Journal, by Brianna Abbott, discusses how Alabama is leading the fight against cervical cancer as doctors aim to eliminate the disease within the next decade. Despite progress due to Pap tests and the HPV vaccine, over 4,300 women in the U.S. are expected to die from cervical cancer this year. The University of Alabama's Isabel Scarinci is spearheading vaccination efforts in rural areas with high cervical cancer rates. The campaign faces challenges like low vaccination rates and missed screening opportunities, but personal stories of survival drive the push forward. Read more here.